Problem rear suspension components (Excessive Camber)
11-13-2014, 08:02 PM
#1
Thread Starter
Problem rear suspension components (Excessive Camber)
Hello friends :wave: I'm having some issues with the rear end. After a slight brush with a curb, I've noticed that the rear end tends to show excessive camber.
I've attached some pictures to see what might be the problem. The alignment shop thinks it's a bent control arm/spindle.
Also, as of lately the car has been making lots of noises from uneven surfaces, such as pops and cracks from the rear right.
Any and all suggestions appreciated. Thank you.
I've attached some pictures to see what might be the problem. The alignment shop thinks it's a bent control arm/spindle.
Also, as of lately the car has been making lots of noises from uneven surfaces, such as pops and cracks from the rear right.
Any and all suggestions appreciated. Thank you.
11-16-2014, 12:35 PM
#4
The first culprit to fatigue from curbing the car is the spindle. I would look there.
07-07-2016, 06:01 PM
#5
Thread Starter
Camber specs are maxed out (for autocross), and everything is dialed in. On paper the car is straight, but when I look at the rear, you can see the rear right side protruding out. Any help here guys? Nearly 2 years later and I can't figure it out.
07-08-2016, 07:48 AM
#6
Maybe your subframe shifted.
Your spindle or LCA may also still be bent. The alignment can be brought into spec with bent parts.
"Only you can check for bent parts" - Smokey the Alignment Bear.
We can't tell over the internet. But an inspection of the car in person would tell you.
Or just say "fudge this", and replace the whole complete subframe with a known good one.
Your spindle or LCA may also still be bent. The alignment can be brought into spec with bent parts.
"Only you can check for bent parts" - Smokey the Alignment Bear.
We can't tell over the internet. But an inspection of the car in person would tell you.
Or just say "fudge this", and replace the whole complete subframe with a known good one.
07-08-2016, 10:15 AM
#7
Thread Starter
Maybe your subframe shifted.
Your spindle or LCA may also still be bent. The alignment can be brought into spec with bent parts.
"Only you can check for bent parts" - Smokey the Alignment Bear.
We can't tell over the internet. But an inspection of the car in person would tell you.
Or just say "fudge this", and replace the whole complete subframe with a known good one.
Your spindle or LCA may also still be bent. The alignment can be brought into spec with bent parts.
"Only you can check for bent parts" - Smokey the Alignment Bear.
We can't tell over the internet. But an inspection of the car in person would tell you.
Or just say "fudge this", and replace the whole complete subframe with a known good one.
I've replaced the LCA and upper control arm with known straight parts.
Here's an outline for some who might not see it as obvious as others.
Here's the accident that occurred some years ago, the front is perfect but the only contact that rear wheel had was very minimal.
I'm hoping somebody will have experience with this type of issue before I try the guessing game.
As much as I want to get some bigger wheels for competing in STR autocross, I want to resolve this prior to doing so. I appreciate everyone's input and help.
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07-08-2016, 01:17 PM
#8
My educated guess is the whole rear sub frame shifted over upon impact, so both rear wheels would actually not be correct as far as placement. One too far in, and other too far out, if my guess on sub frame culprit is correct.
07-14-2016, 08:26 AM
#9
The passenger side wheel always sticks out more than the drivers side about 1/8"
